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Thousands of blue blobs blanket Southern California beaches. See the ‘wonder’
Thousands of blue blobs blanketed Southern California beaches after winds carried them ashore. Velella velellas, or ...
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Toxic algae bloom killing dolphins and other marine animals along SoCal coast, experts say
In the past week, there have been more than 50 dead and dying dolphins found along the L.A. County coast. Experts say it's ...
Bluish, jellyfish-like critters wash up on Ventura County beaches. Here's what to know
Called by-the-wind sailor or velella velella, here's what to know about the small, glassy jellyfish-like critters washing up ...
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CA beach town with ‘award-winning boardwalk’ is No. 1 in the nation. Where is it?
Pismo Beach took the top spot due to its beautiful beaches, natural attractions and “award-winning boardwalk,” according to ...
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Cause of death revealed for whales that washed ashore in Long Beach, Huntington Beach
One of the largest harmful algae blooms recorded along the Southern California coast has led to the illness and death of ...
Unusually complete whale fossil excavated from California beach
Chris Driesbach, left, and a volunteer stand over a whale fossil found along the Gaviota Coast. Driesbach, a geologist and ...
California's Central Coast Has a New Marine Sanctuary—and It Protects Important Species Like Sea Otters, Blue Whales, and Abalone
The nation's first Indigenous-nominated marine sanctuary protects plant and animal life, and also honors the land’s original ...
I've visited over 50 cities on the West Coast. Skip the tourist hot spots and try these 5 smaller coastal towns instead.
I've visited over 50 cities on the West Coast, and recommend visiting small coastal towns like Avila Beach, California and ...